Rafaila Sealover

It is with deep sadness that we share news of the passing of Rafaila Sealover, who left us on June 29, 2025, at the age of 77, in Fortson, GA. Rafaila was born on October 24, 1947, in Hutchinson, KS, to the late Santos Florez and Antonio Martinez.

As a determined and diligent student, she was always in service to others, embraced life with a patient and gentle strength, and shared an enthusiastic connection to nature. Her joys came from countless endeavors, her insightful teaching of her heritage to her children and grandchildren, making memories with her family in the kitchen, and her beautifully maintained gardens.

Rafaila was preceded in death by her son, John Gonzales, and her grandson, Nicholas Herndon.

Survived by her devoted husband of 30 years, Frank Sealover III, and her loving children: Suzette Jernigan (Richard), Isabel Hill (Nathan), Todd Gonzales (Melanie), and Amanda Sealover. She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews, all of whom brought great joy to her life.